Under general supervision, the Editorial Coordinator is responsible for all tasks required to support editorial peer review of manuscripts submitted to ASM journals. This position supports the goals of the department and the mission of ASM.
Essential Functions
Manage the peer review manuscript workflow for ASM Journal Editors from submission to final decision.
Provide first-level technical and procedural support to authors, reviewers, and Editors for the peer review system.
Act as point of contact for ASM authors, reviewers and editors. This includes training on the peer review system and informing them of updates to that system.
Ensure quality control and monitor timeliness at each stage of the peer review process to adhere to ASM standards and practices.
Generate and monitor regular statistical reports on submissions, acceptance rates, and turnaround times and generate custom reports as needed.
Complies with company policies, procedures and regulations.
This position description should not be construed to contain every function/responsibility that may be required to be performed by an incumbent in this job. Incumbents are required to perform other functions as assigned.
Technical Competencies
Thorough knowledge of journal peer review processes.
Advanced knowledge of MS Office.
Familiarity with web-based technologies.
Excellent decision-making and organizational skills
Behavioral Competencies
Strong ability to interact professionally and comfortably with individuals at all levels
Strong interpersonal skills and pleasant disposition needed to work with different management styles and personality types
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to exercise sound judgment.
Ability to adapt to changes in work environment.
Ability to work well under pressure.
Self-motivated and results driven.
Physical Demands This is largely a sedentary role and may sit or use PC for long periods of time. Bending, reaching or stooping may be necessary for use of filing cabinets or other office cabinets or office machines. This job operates in a professional office environment or a remote work environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computer, phones, copiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
About American Society for Microbiology
The ASM is the world's largest scientific society of individuals interested in the microbiological sciences. The Society’s mission is to advance microbiological sciences through the pursuit of scientific knowledge and dissemination of the results of fundamental and applied research.
